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Informative articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors in California.

Restaurants are planned throughout California's San Diego County
  • M. Scott Morris
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Nearly 90 franchise owners were recognized for excellence in entrepreneurship, community outreach, workforce development, and service to others
  • International Franchises Association
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Michael Khalil plans to bring Mike's Red Tacos' signature birria and red tacos to Michigan over the next several years
  • M. Scott Morris
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Art and Nick Depole own four units and plan to develop six new locations in Utah
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,192 Reads 1 Shares
Restaurant franchisees are seeing a higher demand for smaller portions and nutrient-rich menu options
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,688 Reads 1 Shares
Disciplined multi-brand franchisees build portfolios that share resources, reduce risk, and scale smarter
  • Leon Stafford
  • 2,425 Reads 33 Shares
Franchisee was drawn to the brand due to its flexible model and opportunity to scale
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,269 Reads 15 Shares
Jim and Brandon Lovelace, Ed Holmes, and Chris Phillips signed a 3-market development deal with the brand
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,660 Reads 2 Shares
The group's holdings expand to 72 stores with the acquisition of Richard Fish's Southern California Fix Auto USA locations
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,188 Reads 1 Shares
Setting boundaries, staying flexible, and thinking long-term are keys to operating a successful franchise while raising a family
  • Carolyn Williams
  • 2,206 Reads 5 Shares
Emily Schneider answers a Franchise Update Q&A about guiding brands through transitions
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,861 Reads 8 Shares
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Riser Fitness signs the largest development deal in Xponential Fitness history, committing to open new studios across six states
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 3,124 Reads 10 Shares
Practical beginnings with service brands can lead to businesses defined by scale, culture, and purpose
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 5,265 Reads 11 Shares
Athletes should evaluate interest, fit, and how a career in franchising matches their long-term goals
  • Cameron Thomas
  • 2,116 Reads 14 Shares
Once considered a marketing tactic or training topic, customer experience is at the center of operations
  • Helen Bond
  • 3,199 Reads 13 Shares
Veteran multi-unit operator Baljit Gill expands his portfolio with a new deal in Southern California
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,348 Reads 6 Shares
2026's Mega 99 list ranks the country's largest multi-unit franchisees by unit count, including their brands
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 18,720 Reads 61 Shares
Members of the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference board of directors share their 2026 predictions
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 5,329 Reads 3 Shares
A father-and-son franchise team expands into one of California's top retail destinations, Gilroy Premium Outlets, in Santa Clara County
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,036 Reads 7 Shares
A new WalletHub report breaks down how effectively states convert tax dollars into services
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,406 Reads 8 Shares
Multi-unit franchisees learn that growth means relinquishing control and transitioning to strategic oversight
  • Colleen McMillar
  • 6,095 Reads 6 Shares
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Mac Haik Restaurant Group plans to develop the chicken concept across the Texas cities of Houston, Austin, and San Antonio
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,272 Reads 2 Shares
Longtime franchisee Cem Yorulmaz partners with Gulendam Ece Hurmeydan to develop four Houston-area locations
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,120 Reads 2 Shares
Joey Pierson plans to turn Tacala Companies into the premier multi-brand franchise group in the country
  • Kevin Behan
  • 7,743 Reads 93 Shares
Stephanie Altenburger builds a legacy through dedication to her leadership team, employees, and studio members
  • Kevin Behan
  • 4,860 Reads 7 Shares
The company plans to develop 6 restaurants in California, which will mark the brand's first entry into the state
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,355 Reads 4 Shares
The company is ready to make a splash in both U.S. and Canadian markets
  • Tim Koch
  • 3,155 Reads 4 Shares
Franchisees Sam and Corinna Chang plan to launch their first of five locations in Rowland Heights
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,928 Reads
Find out who's dominating their states and regions in our list of 2025 Dominators
  • Ambika Oberoi
  • 6,148 Reads 5 Shares
Franchise leaders at FLDC 2025 shared how smarter targeting, faster engagement, and AI are reshaping franchise recruitment
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 3,516 Reads 7 Shares

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